Other Recent Blog Posts

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  A Conversation with Marianne Cusato

  September 3, 2010

  The designer of one of the iconic Katrina Cottages talks to Fine Homebuilding about the housing crisis, the way cities evolve, green building, and working for peanuts

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  BUILDING SKILLS: How to Scribe Beadboard Wainscot Around Window Trim

  September 3, 2010

  Fitting complex joints in trim and paneling can be easier than it looks if you have a few simple tools.

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  Gas shut-off valves for seismic areas

  September 1, 2010

  Gas + Earthquakes = Trouble. These dirt-simple valves automatically cut off the gas supply to your house in the event of an earthquake.

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  How to Install Vertical Siding over Rigid Foam Insulation?

  September 1, 2010

  Board and batten siding is a popular choice, but how do you install it over foam sheathing? Do you use extra long screws, furring strips, or both?

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  Water Crisis: What is Virtual Water Content?

  September 1, 2010

  Virtual water content describes the amount of water used to make or grow a product. By being aware of a product or material’s virtual water content you can refine your…

• Women and Homebuying, Revisited

  August 31, 2010

  As women exert increasing influence on homebuying decisions, builders can take specific steps to leverage their marketing efforts

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  AZEK now in Home Depot

  August 30, 2010

  I went to Natick, MA the weekend before last to help my brother do some work on his kitchen. We took the obligatory drive to the local Home Depot to…

• Housing Market Strategies, Short- and Long-term

  August 26, 2010

  A major bond fund urges Fannie and Freddie to allow smaller down payments; NAHB cites concerns with a proposal to shift housing subsidies from homeownership to rentals

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  Pre-assembled Woven Shingle Corners by Maibec

  August 25, 2010

  Pre-cut white cedar shingles from Maibec for inside and outside woven corners will speed installation without sacrificing quality.

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  Craftsman Renovation – Month One

  August 25, 2010

  Should you - and how do you - add on to a 3 story high saltbox craftsman style house?